as in optometrist
a medical professional who studies and treats problems and diseases of the eye
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Recent Examples of ophthalmologist
After consulting her ophthalmologist, who brushed off her symptoms, Inaba met with a rheumatologist who directed her to a Sjogren’s specialist.
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
After contacting her pediatrician, she was referred to an ophthalmologist, with an appointment scheduled for December.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Deemed safe for sensitive eyes, the formula has been ophthalmologist tested and certified for sensitive skin.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
That officer sustained an orbital blowout fracture to his left eye and had to seek treatment from an ophthalmologist at Dallas’ Parkland Hospital, according to the statement.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Mar. 2026
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
After contacting her pediatrician, she was referred to an ophthalmologist, with an appointment scheduled for December.
—Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Deemed safe for sensitive eyes, the formula has been ophthalmologist tested and certified for sensitive skin.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026
That officer sustained an orbital blowout fracture to his left eye and had to seek treatment from an ophthalmologist at Dallas’ Parkland Hospital, according to the statement.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ophthalmologist
Noun
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The optometrist is another story.—
Megan Greenwell,
Bloomberg,
9 June 2026
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The optometrist first gained recognition in 1969 for pioneering ultraviolet (UV) and blue-light–absorbing lens technology, which has helped reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration worldwide.—
Sofia Baltodano,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
Noun
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Ruth has a largely impeccable physical from her doctors, as Tom discovers.—
Jen Chaney,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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The outlet reported that Feldman felt sick on the flight and was examined by a doctor who happened to be on board.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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The clinic operates at high daily volume, and the procedural model is heavily technician-led with physician oversight.—
Ascend Agency,
Daily News,
17 June 2026
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Barratt, a concierge physician specializing in neurology and sleep medicine, walked the jury through the diagnostic criteria considered for traumatic brain injuries.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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Ifẹ̀, Nigeria-born to Wura, a pharmacist, and Bola, a neurologist, Adamolekun grew up watching his mom, Wura, run the Adonai Pharmacy on the University of Ifẹ̀ campus, where his dad worked.—
Rita Omokha,
Vanity Fair,
12 June 2026
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She was referred to a neurologist, but the earliest available appointment was still seven months away.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
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Mark Mitchnick, a pediatrician who invented transparent zinc oxide, which is known under the brand Z-Cote, said bemotrizinol will give chemists a new tool to make sunscreens that people will want to wear.—
Michael Scaturro,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
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Kamal, a director for the UC CalFresh Program, and Ravi, a pediatrician, are well known in the region for their work in health and education, including their $1 million gift to UC Davis’ College of Biological Sciences.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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In one particularly troubling case, Chicago-area Endeavor Health continued to allow obstetrician and gynecologist Fabio Ortega access to patients despite receiving complaints.—
Emily Hoerner,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
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While transcribing therapy sessions, Greta becomes obsessed with one of her insufferable boss's patients, a married female Swiss gynecologist.—
Caroline Killilea,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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For more skin care tips, including how to find effective over-the-counter products and when to see a dermatologist, sign up for our one-week Skin Care Guide here.—
Kelle Walsh,
NPR,
18 June 2026
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Still, the Gem is meant to be a behavior-guidance tool, not a replacement for a dermatologist or a guarantee against sun damage.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 June 2026
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Cara developed new symptoms over the course of the summer, including unexplained vomiting, and so her parents took her to see an internist in August.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Vanessa Grubbs, a nephrologist and internist and founder of the nonprofit Black Doc Village, writes in a First Opinion column that the problem may lie with residency programs.—
Allison DeAngelis,
STAT,
1 June 2026
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“Ophthalmologist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ophthalmologist. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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